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Sure, no problem. Its just to kick some weight loss into gear! I have been at the same weight for 3 months now. I havent been perfect with my diet, but not so far off that I shouldnt be losing something. So I guess its kind of an experiment. She also suggests to lower my protein amounts for a bit too, nothing too drastic, just down to 2-3 ounces each meal. If I am not staying full though, I will have to up it all again and figure something else out.

Hello! I have the same problem. I had to go back to my dietician to "get my head on straight" too. I havent lost any more weight and feel like a failure. Granted I am not gaining, but I feel stuck. I havent been vomiting or PBing I am trying to lower my caloric intake and see where it goes. I got an exercise partner that I met on here (even though the rain has deterred our walking plans!) and we are going to support each other. You can do this! If I can get my head back, you can too!!

So sorry you went through this! That is horrible!! I asked my doc about all the European "failures" and he stated it mostly had to do with an older band that is no longer even in use. Now honestly, I am not sure if this is true, but he seemed informed. You are making an educated decision for yourself. Do not let anyone deter you! Good for you!

You wear it with pride!! You earned it girl, show it off!!!

wooohooo!!!!

Sounds fantastic! Glad you enjoyed!!

I have the worst heart burn! anyone else have this problem? I have not been filled in weeks.. could it just be a regular heart burn for some reason?

Well the good news is, I think its what I ate. I tried sushi again for the first time since my surgery. I had 3 tuna rolls with sriracha sauce on it! ugh! spicy chili sauce. The heartburn started after that. I chewed well and only ate a few. I think that is what did it. I will just take it easy tonight and see what happens tonight.

Yes, I have always had reflux. I actually have always taken meds for reflux, even before the band. It is not worse than it was before. This is the second time that I have had this reflux. Doc said I could be eating too fast or my band is too tight. I just wanted to get an opinion here. Should I go back to liquid for a bit?

Good for you!! Take care and feel better and when you do.. JUMP!!

I was told at my second dietician appt the other day... 3-4oz protein at each meal, 1 1/2 cups veggie and maybe a small starch. Leave starch til last b/c if you are full before that, no need to eat it. I am now trying really hard to stick to the diet. no snacking!! ugh. not easy!

I was told by my doc to start immediately to take my pills whole. Some of my pills are not able to be crushed.

My doc also only uses the 14cc band. It doesnt matter how big we are. He has a man as a patient that was well into his 400 plus pounds and over 6ft tall and I was a starting weight 262 at 5ft 2in.

Wonderful! Then count me in!!! I am excited now!

Would you be willing to walk with someone who is still in the beginning stages of her journey? I know I couldnt go twice yet... I am intimidated by the once factor too.. but I still want to try!

Brick resevior is a great place. Can you walk the whole place? I have never tried yet.

Congrats! What a great feeling that must have been!

so do I!! Wow! this is great! I would love to set something up!

I am a night eater too! Its so hard to kick. I am so good until its bedtime, its like a curse! I have been keeping the worst foods for me out of the house. I try with the better ones and keeping the snacks out all together. Glad you are able to grasp what is going on!

where are you in jersey???

I have had three two fills in my 14cc band. I am at about 5cc now. I am also a work in progress. I thought I needed another fill when it just took a bit for me to realize that the "magic" was me! I had to use the band to reallize that I was full and walk away from the food! and to have that feeling now, its great! I cannot believe how it is working, I just need to listen to my band! It tells me when I have had enough. I do still eat too fast sometimes and my bites are a bit big, but as previously said, we have had so many years learning these bad habits, they arent going to fall away overnight. Keep up the work.. it will happen!!! I am a slow loser so far. I think I am still figuring the kinks out, but I am happy most of the time!

I agree carolina! if I dont at least allow for a treat, a binge might occur. I do not want to lose everything. But allow in moderation! To eat a whole ball of fresh mozzarella, now that would not be good, but a slice with a fresh tomato on it.. a bit of balsamic and some salt... YUM!

Oh I struggle with this too! I have always had awful cravings during that time of the month. I am getting much better with it, I am choosing better foods to eat and have really cut back on my snacking, but I have not mastered it yet! If you figure out a way, please share it!!!!

Hi all, I am in desperate need of lunch ideas. Please nothing more with tuna involved or any fish.. I swear I will be sprouting gills very soon!! I need something different that is quick and not requiring too much to make it. Thanks!! Stephanie

It took me a bit! and I still do occasionally when I am done eating. I think I might have eaten a bit too fast. and I get no warning!!! Its awful! just slips out. Doc just said be happy its not the other end